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- H.J.RES.51
H.J.RES.51: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to permit the penalty of death for the rape of a child.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 111th Congress
- This bill is primarily about crime and law enforcement
- Introduced May 7, 2009
- Latest Major Action June 12, 2009
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
14 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Constitutional Amendment - Provides that the death penalty for the rape of a child who has not attained the age of 12 years does not constitute cruel and unusual punishment.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
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| May 7, 2009 |
Introduced in the House by Louie Gohmert (R-Texas) |